Marvel Studios makes a significant splash at CinemaCon, unveiling exciting previews of Thunderbolts, Fantastic Four: First Steps, and much more!
As anticipated, Marvel Studios played a pivotal role in Disney’s presentation at CinemaCon, showcasing their upcoming projects and thrilling fans with exclusive content.
Thunderbolts, the next exciting installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, features an eclectic mix of characters including Yelena Belova (played by Florence Pugh), Bucky Barnes (portrayed by Sebastian Stan), Red Guardian (played by David Harbour), John Walker (played by Wyatt Russell), Ghost (portrayed by Hannah John-Kamen), and Taskmaster (played by Olga Kurylenko). Together, they must confront a perilous mission that tests their abilities and alliances. Additionally, Lewis Pullman joins the cast as Bob, also known as The Sentry, while Julia Louis-Dreyfus reprises her role as Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, a character shrouded in mystery and manipulation.
The segment dedicated to Thunderbolts at CinemaCon began on an amusing note. The film’s stars made a grand entrance, albeit late, with Wyatt Russell humorously portraying a disheveled character who claimed to have lost $37,000 at a casino. Meanwhile, Florence Pugh added to the comedic moment by comically mispronouncing David Harbour’s name as “Day-Barr,” which brought laughter from the audience.
Marvel treated the audience to an exhilarating extended clip that kicked off with Bucky and Red Guardian sharing a moment of camaraderie rooted in their shared experiences of imprisonment. Simultaneously, Yelena and U.S. Agent exchanged grievances about their perceived failures in fulfilling their roles—him as Captain America and her as Black Widow. They launch into action as they infiltrate Valentina’s stronghold, only to discover she has been anticipating their arrival. In a revealing moment, we learn that Bucky has lost his position as a congressman, while Valentina sarcastically refers to Walker as “Varsity Captain America” and David Harbour as “Santa.” The scene transitions into a new trailer that showcases a blend of action and humor, though some fans worry it may lean too heavily on comedic elements throughout the film. It remains to be seen if this tone will resonate with audiences when the full movie releases.
The highly anticipated Thunderbolts is set to hit theaters on May 2nd, and excitement is building as fans eagerly await its arrival.
Following Thunderbolts, we have The Fantastic Four: First Steps, an eagerly awaited film that marks the introduction of Marvel’s iconic first family into the MCU. This film is generating significant buzz, and for good reason! It stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, Ralph Ineson as Galactus, and Julia Garner as Silver Surfer. Fans are marking their calendars for its theatrical debut on July 25th.
Marvel provided CinemaCon attendees with an exclusive extended preview of Fantastic Four: First Steps. The footage captivated audiences with scenes depicting Marvel’s first family in vibrant retro-futuristic settings where they are celebrated as celebrities. The crowd was treated to an exhilarating first look at Julia Garner’s portrayal of Silver Surfer, who ominously warns the Fantastic Four that their planet faces imminent destruction and that they have been marked for extinction. The stakes are high as the family grapples with public skepticism about their ability to protect the world. The footage hints at a potential storyline involving Susan Storm’s pregnancy, which could lead to the introduction of Franklin Richards and later, his sister Valeria. This could open the door for the creation of the Future Foundation, sparking even more excitement among fans!
Currently, Avengers: Doomsday is in production, boasting an impressive ensemble cast that promises to deliver an unforgettable cinematic experience. Brace yourself for an all-star lineup featuring Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, Letitia Wright as Shuri, Paul Rudd as Scott Lang, Wyatt Russell as John Walker, Tenoch Huerta Mejía as Namor, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, Simi Liu as Shang-Chi, Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Kelsey Grammer as Hank McCoy, Lewis Pullman as Bob, Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, David Harbour as Red Guardian, Winston Duke as M’Baku, Hannah John-Kamen as Ghost, Tom Hiddleston as Loki, Patrick Stewart as Charles Xavier, Ian McKellen as Erik Lehnsherr, Alan Cumming as Kurt Wagner, Rebecca Romijn as Raven Darkhölme, James Marsden as Scott Summers, Channing Tatum as Remy LeBeau, Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, and Robert Downey Jr. as Victor von Doom. And this impressive cast is just the beginning, with more exciting names expected to be announced soon.
Mark your calendars, as Avengers: Doomsday is slated for release on May 1, 2026, followed closely by the much-awaited Avengers: Secret Wars on May 7, 2027.
